as in fear
a strong feeling of being worried or nervous
a film about teenage angst
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Recent Examples of angst
But Trump’s comments on inflation come as his fellow Republicans fear that consumer angst over rising prices will hurt the chances of GOP lawmakers retaining their slim majorities in both chambers of Congress in November’s elections.
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Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Meanwhile, data center angst is everywhere.
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Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
10 June 2026
Strike threats by stadium workers add yet another layer of angst.
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Filip Bondy,
New York Daily News,
10 June 2026
His ballads of rainy English angst went over big in the land of sun and surf.
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Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for angst
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
Meanwhile, data center angst is everywhere.
—
Joe Mutascio,
IndyStar,
10 June 2026
Strike threats by stadium workers add yet another layer of angst.
—
Filip Bondy,
New York Daily News,
10 June 2026
His ballads of rainy English angst went over big in the land of sun and surf.
—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for angst
Recent Examples of Synonyms for angst
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As Kennedy and Bessette spend more time together and grow closer, her intimidation of the spotlight and fear of invasive paparazzi often create tension in their relationship, despite his attempts to calm the situation.
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Throughout the whole battle, that’s when fear really sets in for Jace.
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Newsom has not said if the newer version of the bill quells this concern.
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Still, British politics could become a more pressing concern for the bond market with Burnham at the helm.
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As burnout, anxiety and digital overload continue to climb, many are discovering that recovery requires doing less—not more.
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In a neighborhood sometimes marked by gangs and violence, and in a time of heightened anxiety over immigration enforcement, the Fiesta Back of the Yards acts as a beacon of light, offering food, social services, music and fun in a safe environment.
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Any worries about complacency were wiped away in the third minute when Auston Trusty fired home the opening goal and caused the stands at SoFi Stadium to shake (literally) with the noise and jumping fans.
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Reformation’s move toward the open market also signals that the time might be right — with Wall Street hitting all-time highs despite worries about inflation and AI — for fashion to jump in.
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May said the venue change helped ease some of the tension.
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The dynamic Sun in your 3rd House of Communication quincunxes powerful Pluto in your 10th House of Career, creating tension between daily tasks and authority.
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Sore from the torment of her family’s banishment, Espinoza feels the pulse of current events.
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Many a knave is rich, sleek, and honored, while the just man is poor, hated, and in torment.
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The water amplifies the vibrations, helping stress and negative thoughts disappear.
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Everyday activities such as walking, running or lifting weights place stress on the skeleton.
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Canada’s first-ever World Cup win was overshadowed yesterday when midfielder Ismaël Koné suffered a broken leg after a tackle that left teammates shaken and coach Jesse Marsch lamenting an injury that turned a night of celebration into one of anguish.
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Lost in the Brazilian tears, anguish and confusion was just how clinical the Germans had been.
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“Angst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/angst. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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